7 Polishes to Get Salon-Level Glitter Nails at Home

Recently, manicure trends have fallen into two categories: demure and sweet or bold and eclectic. While it’s true that minimalist and maximalist aesthetics have always existed in nail trends, there seems to be a distinct side to choose each time you do your nails lately. However, glitter nail polishes break the mold. It may sound surprising at first, but when you really think about it, glitter manicures have a lot of variation. Some are over the top with thick layers of chunky glitter, while others use fine flecks of sparkle to create a softer look.

Now that we’re officially in the holiday season, you may be searching for a glitter topper to make your manicure stand out. Fortunately, there’s something for every preference, as the list below proves.

Nail Polishes for Easy DIY Glitter Nails

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Dior Vernis Nail Lacquer in Lumière ($34)

If you’ve been searching for an elegant glitter nail polish to spice up your holiday manicure, this is the one you need. Like the name suggests, it has a radiant finish that’s soft and refined, yet it’s just as shimmery as your favorite glitter eyeshadow.

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JIN Soon Nail Polish in Daisy ($18)

Jin Soon offers a few glitter polishes, but this colorful one takes the cake. It features large daisy motifs in poppy colors like coral, lime green and teal. The combination results in a confetti-looking glitter that’s as cheerful to wear as it is to use.

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Londontown Shimmering Nail Highlighter in Molten ($20)

Most glitter polishes are made up of medium-to-large chunks of glitter. However, they don’t always have to be big and bold to make a statement. If you prefer a more subtle look, reach for this shimmery polish, which uses fine glittering granules to bring the sparkle. The coppery color only enhances the elegant look of the polish.

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Essie Nail Polish A Cut Above ($10)

Nobody does soft pinks quite like Essie, and that extends to their glitter nail polishes. Here, the rosé hue gives the glitter polish an elevated look and makes it feel much more grown up. However, it’s the variation of delicate sparkles and chunkier glitters that makes this polish stand out.

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Butter London Nail Lacquer in All You Need is Love ($18)

Think of this as the glitter glue from your childhood art class. It effortlessly blends shimmery silvers with rainbow colors to create a bold and colorful look. Use it on bare nails or layer it to add depth and dimension to your manicure.

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Lights Lacquer After Midnight ($11)

If glitzy manicures aren’t your thing, you can still lean into a glitter polish. This one by Lights Lacquer uses black jelly polish and tiny flecks of silver glitter to create an enchanting nail look.

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Orly Nail Polish in Dancing Queen ($13)

This nail polish works double duty when it comes to shine. Instead of simple glitter particles, it features holographic shapes that bring the effect of a disco ball to your manicure.

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